January 2011 - DAILY WRITING TIPS

7 Rules For Formatting Lists

January 4, 2011 by Mark Nichol

Conventions for formatting lists are simple and straightforward, but many writers (and their editors) seem not to have gotten the memo. Here’s an outline about how to outline: 1. Numbered and Unnumbered Two basic categories for lists exist: numbered and unnumbered. Many numbered lists that people use online and in print have no need for … Read more

Use Common Sense for Commas

January 3, 2011 by Mark Nichol

Commas are such cute little things with curly tails that their strength is often overlooked. When used haphazardly, their power can be untapped or misused. Employed correctly, however, they do much to convey a sentence’s meaning. The rules may seem complex, but they are also commonsensical. Many writers believe that commas are necessary in the … Read more

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